"Housed in a repurposed 1920s art-deco bank, this social-minded property centers on the Commons Club, a second-floor communal hub with a lounge, dining room, and an oval zinc bar designed for work and socializing. Guest rooms are apartment-like and divided by sliding doors into sleeping and dressing/bath zones, with retro touches such as red Smeg mini-fridges stocked at street prices and seating made from repurposed Vespas. The hotel programming includes live DJs and rooftop events at Cerise, tech-forward room controls via a smartphone app, in-room artisanal Chicago coffee, and online itineraries curated by local creatives to help guests explore beyond the usual tourist routes." - Heidi Mitchell
"Yes, there’s a Mariah Carey pop-up centering around her hit Christmas song that will stay stuck in your head if you’re not too careful. The song gets played every 30 minutes to ensure everyone attending Mariah Carey’s Black Irish Holiday Bar is able to hear the hit. Tickets are available via Bucketlisters, and it goes through December 29." - Eater Staff
"This captivating Chicago hotel is located in the heart of the Loop in downtown Chicago, steps from The Magnificent Mile and Millennium Park. Described as first-class and stylish, the property is promoted as "the first of its kind and the last one you’ll ever need," with incredible food options and work-and-play amenities at guests' fingertips." - Ashok Selvam
"Virgin Hotels Chicago will transform into a Carey-themed winter wonderland courtesy of national pop-up events company Bucket Listers. The pop-up will promote Carey’s three-year-old Irish cream brand Black Irish, and will feature Carey-themed displays, decor, and photo ops. It will serve Black Irish liqueur-based drinks and offer 90-minute time slots for patrons." - Clair Lorell
"Welcomes dogs without an additional pet fee, offering a cost-friendly option for pet-owning guests in the city." - Bailey Berg